Cellulite and fat reducing device and method utilizing optical emitters

ABSTRACT

A cellulite and fat reducing device and method utilizing optical emitters includes an array housing a plurality of optical emitters which are positioned to produce an optical output directed to a recipient, and a controller for instructing an operation of the array. The optical output being generated by a plurality of LED&#39;s cumulatively producing green light at approximately 529.6 nm, and at approximately 48,860 Lux, measurable at the array.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is divisional to, and claims the benefit of U.S.application Ser. No. 14/532,583 filed 04 Nov., 2014 and claims thebenefit of U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/900,809 filed on 06 Nov. 2013,the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates generally to the field of body shaping,and more particularly, to a device and method for reducing theappearance of cellulite utilizing optical emitters.

BACKGROUND

The statements in this section merely provide background informationrelated to the present disclosure and may not constitute prior art.

Cellulite is a condition of the body wherein persistent subcutaneous fataccumulates at specific locations to cause a noticeable dimpling of theskin. Background FIG. 1, illustrates a side by side comparison of thefat cell structure within women and men. As shown, owing to thedifferences in the structure, cellulite is most commonly found in women,and typically forms about the thighs, hips, stomach and upper arms.

Unlike other forms of fat which can be reduced through diet andexercise, cellulite and the resulting “cottage cheese” appearance of theskin do not react to these traditional methods. As a result, cellulitecan be found in individuals of all body types having body mass indexesranging from “normal” to “overweight” and “obese.”

As a result of the above, a number of approaches have been proposed totemporarily reduce the appearance of cellulite. For example, oneapproach may involve a user using creams such as those containingCaffeine or Aminophylline to temporarily reduce the appearance ofcellulite. However, such creams are messy, with no immediate results (infact, most see no reduction in the appearance of cellulite for 4 to 6weeks with daily use), maintenance is difficult to achieve and evenharder to maintain, and even when results are good, and the recurringcosts can be quite expensive. Furthermore, many of the lotions andcreams that are applied topically can require multiple applications perweek, can require the use of drugs or chemicals, can be irritating tothe skin and must be used consistently over time to achieve thenmaintain desirable results.

In a different field of study, recent advancements in light emittingdevices have seen the introduction of laser and LED systems which cantarget more traditional fat cells, such as those described above thatare affected by diet and exercise. One such example is described in U.S.patent application Ser. No. 13/782,377 entitled fat reducing device andmethod utilizing optical emitters, the contents of which areincorporated herein by reference.

Accordingly, it would be beneficial to provide a device and method whichcan effectively reduce cellulite and/or the appearance of celluliteutilizing a plurality of non-invasive optical emitters, and which doesnot suffer from the above noted drawbacks.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is directed to a cellulite and fat reducing deviceand method utilizing optical emitters. One embodiment of the presentinvention can include an array housing a plurality of optical emitterswhich can be positioned to produce an optical output directed to arecipient, and a controller for instructing an operation of the array.The optical output can be generated by a plurality of LED's cumulativelyproducing green light at approximately 529.6 nm, and at approximately48,860 Lux, measurable at the array.

Another embodiment of the present invention can include components formodulating the power delivered to the array based on a referencewaveform created internally or via an external device.

Yet another embodiment of the present invention can include a method ofreducing the appearance of cellulite using the optical emitting device.The method including delivering green light at approximately 383 Lux ata wavelength of approximately 529.6 nm for between 15 and 25 minutes,resulting in a total delivery of 8.8 Joules to the subcutaneousadipocytes of the target area of the recipient.

This summary is provided merely to introduce certain concepts and not toidentify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Presently preferred embodiments are shown in the drawings. It should beappreciated, however, that the invention is not limited to the precisearrangements and instrumentalities shown.

FIG. 1 is a side by side comparison of the inner structure ofsubcutaneous fat in both the female and male body, that is useful forunderstanding the inventive concepts disclosed herein.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the cellulite and fat reducing deviceutilizing optical emitters in accordance with one embodiment of theinvention.

FIG. 3a is a bottom side view of the array for use with the celluliteand fat reducing device utilizing optical emitters in accordance withone embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 3b is a perspective side view of the array of the cellulite and fatreducing device utilizing optical emitters in accordance with oneembodiment of the invention.

FIG. 4a is a perspective view of the controller of the cellulite and fatreducing device utilizing optical emitters in accordance with oneembodiment of the invention.

FIG. 4b is a perspective view of the controller of the cellulite and fatreducing device utilizing optical emitters in accordance with anotherembodiment of the invention.

FIG. 5a is a schematic block circuit diagram of the controller of thecellulite and fat reducing device utilizing optical emitters inaccordance with one embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 5b is a schematic block circuit diagram of the controller of thecellulite and fat reducing device utilizing optical emitters inaccordance with another embodiment of the invention.

FIGS. 6a and 6b are diagrams of the modulation input signal and therectified input signal, respectively, in the controller of FIG. 4 a.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the cellulite and fat reducing deviceutilizing optical emitters in operation, and in accordance with oneembodiment of the invention.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the cellulite and fat reducing deviceutilizing optical emitters in operation, and in accordance with analternate embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the cellulite and fat reducing device inaccordance with another alternate embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

While the specification concludes with claims defining the features ofthe invention that are regarded as novel, it is believed that theinvention will be better understood from a consideration of thedescription in conjunction with the drawings. As required, detailedembodiments of the present invention are disclosed herein; however, itis to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplaryof the invention which can be embodied in various forms.

Therefore, specific structural and functional details disclosed hereinare not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for theclaims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the artto variously employ the inventive arrangements in virtually anyappropriately detailed structure. Further, the terms and phrases usedherein are not intended to be limiting but rather to provide anunderstandable description of the invention.

Through extensive research testing and development, the inventors havediscovered that cellulite and/or the appearance of cellulite depositscan be reduced through exposure to photonic energy that is applied byoptical emitters at a target wavelength and for a specific duration oftime. Moreover, the inventors have also discovered that actual fatdeposits can be reduced because subcutaneous adipocytes will expel theirlipid content when treated with the below described system and method.

In this regard, a cellulite and fat reducing device and method utilizingoptical emitters can act to decrease the existence and/or appearance ofcellulite deposits, and can also function to remove fat deposits withoutpermanent or adverse effects on the cells and their surrounding tissues.The device can illuminate the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous fattissue by applying light/radiation from an array of optical emitters ata target wavelength. Such exposure functions to tighten and smooth theskin, and to reduce the size of subcutaneous fat in the exposed areas(typically the thighs and buttocks). Modulation is not required, but mayenhance results.

As described herein, the term “optical emitter” can include any form oflight producing and/or emitting device having any number of differentcolors across the color spectrum. Several non-limiting examples caninclude Light Emitting Diodes (LED's), light emitting capacitors, and/orsuper-luminous light emitting diodes, for example, that are capable ofindividually and/or jointly creating optical emissions oflight/radiation at a target wavelength.

As described herein, the term “about” “approximately” “substantially”and “generally” shall be used interchangeably to describe a feature,shape or measurement of a component within a tolerance such as, forexample, manufacturing tolerances, measurement tolerances or the like.

In the preferred embodiment, the below described array can utilize aplurality of green LED's. In this regard, studies have shown thatexposure to green light induces a photochemical reaction within thehuman body that induces a biological cascade at the cellular level. Thiscascade promotes collagen synthesis at the location where the light isreceived and thus causes the skin at this location to tighten. Stateddifferently, the application of the green light causes structuralcorrections to the irregular pattern of the connective tissue associatedwith collagen. These effects result in an improvement in the appearanceof cellulite, as measured by the Nurnberger-Muller Scale, thus reducingthe appearance of the dimpling effects of cellulite. Additionally,exposure to the optical output of the array at the below describedtarget wavelength can ultimately eliminate the underlying fat depositscausing the appearance of cellulite on the skin.

As described herein, a “target wavelength” and an “optical output” shallbe used interchangeably to describe the measurable light/radiationoutput of one or more optical emitters, and/or the below described arraythat is sufficient to apply about 383 Lux subcutaneously to thecellulite fat deposits (i.e., target area) located on a human recipientfor a total delivered energy of 8.8 Joules (typically requiring anexposure duration of between 15 and 25 minutes).

As human skin and the underlying tissue reflects and/or absorbs light,it is necessary that the measurable light/radiation output leaving thearray be greater than the amount that is desired to make contact withthe subcutaneous fat deposits of the recipient. In one embodiment, thismeasurable optical output (measurable at the array itself) shall includean output of green light at approximately 529.6 nm, at approximately48,860 Lux. When the array is positioned at a distance of between 1 and8 inches from the skin/target area of the recipient, approximately 383Lux (of the 48,860 produced by the array) can penetrate the skin and canbe delivered to the subcutaneous fat deposits. Of course, the distanceand time can be adjusted to account for the inherent variances of skinmakeup from one person to another. To this end, it is contemplated thatthe array be positioned directly against the skin of the recipient. Ineither instance, upon receiving the 383 Lux at 529.6 nm forapproximately 15 to 25 minutes, the desired energy of 8.8 Joules will bedelivered, thereby reducing the fat deposits which, along with the abovedescribed collagen production causes an immediate and noticeablereduction in the existence and/or appearance of cellulite at the targetarea.

As is known to those of skill in the art, unlike lasers, which aremonochromatic and can be manufactured to produce an identifiable andconstant wavelength, LEDs have a distribution of colors. Therefore, LEDshave a spectrum distribution as opposed to a fixed wavelength that takesinto account light output and color. As such, current manufacturingtechniques may be unable to provide a plurality of LEDs which can eachdeliver an exact peak or dominant wavelength at exactly 529.6 nm on aconsistent basis. Therefore, when utilizing LEDs, within the belowdescribed array, the optical output can include an output spectrumapproaching or as close to 529.6 nm as possible so as to deliver about383 Lux subcutaneously. Such a feature can be accomplished byindividually testing the output of each LED prior to positioning thelight within the array.

Accordingly, when operating in the target wavelength i.e. at a suitablepower dosimetry, e.g., from about 50 mW/cm2 to about 110 mW/cm2, thedevice can effectively reduce the existence and/or appearance ofcellulite as described above.

Turning now to the drawings, where identical reference numerals are usedfor like elements of the invention or elements of like function. For thesake of clarity, only those reference numerals are shown in theindividual figures which are necessary for the description of therespective figure. For purposes of this description, the terms “upper,”“bottom,” “right,” “left,” “front,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” andderivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in FIG. 2.

FIG. 2 illustrates one embodiment of a cellulite and fat reducing deviceutilizing optical emitters that is useful for understanding theinventive concepts disclosed herein. As shown, the device 20 can includean array of optical emitters 30 (array) which can operate to producephotonic energy in the form of light/radiation 35 at a target wavelengthwhen instructed by a controller 40. A multi-positional stand 25 can besecured to the array 30 for precise alignment and positioning over arecipient. The controller 40 can include a power cable 26 for matingwith a conventional 120V AC power source, and a second cable 27 can beprovided to supply power from the controller 40 to the array 30.

FIGS. 3a and 3b illustrate one embodiment of a suitable array 30. Thearray can include a generally rectangular main body having a top surface31 a, a bottom surface 31 b, a front surface 31 c, a back surface 31 dand opposing side surfaces 31 e and 31 f, each forming a generallyhollow interior space. A plurality of optical emitters 32 are positionedwithin the main body 31 so as to allow the emissions therefrom to bedirected outward from the bottom surface 31 b. Additionally, a pluralityof ventilation devices such as fans 33 heat syncs (not shown) and/or airvents 34 can be provided on or within the main body to allow proper airventilation.

In one preferred embodiment, the main body can be constructed frommetal, and the plurality of optical emitters 32 can include 150 2-Wattgreen LED's that operate at 120V AC power from the cable 27, at thediscretion of the controller 40. When power is provided to the array 30,the plurality of emitters 32 can produce an optical output at the targetwavelength. Owing to the shape and size of the body portions mostcommonly afflicted with the appearance of cellulite, the array canpreferably include a dimension of approximately 20 inches by 20 inches,suitable for easily directing the optical emitters to the desired targetarea. Moreover, the shape of the array can be curved, so as to enablethe optical emitters to reach around the curved surfaces of a recipientsbuttocks, thighs and hips. Of course, the array is not limited to anyparticular shape, size and/or dimension.

Although described above as including a specific shape, size,construction material, type and number of light emitting sources, thisis for illustrative purposes only, as those of skill in the art willrecognize that many different combinations and types of optical emittersand/or main body shapes and construction materials can also be utilizedto achieve the desired optical output described above. Moreover,although illustrated as protruding out from the main body, the opticalemitters 32 can also be flush mounted in accordance with knownmanufacturing techniques.

FIG. 4a illustrates an exterior view of one embodiment of the controller40. As shown, the controller can include a main body 41 having aplurality of user controls and/or interface devices secured thereon.These devices can include, for example, a key switch 42, a stop button43, a volume selector 44, an exposure time selector 45 an arrayindicator 46, a modulation signal strength indicator (VU meter) 47, astart button 48 and a signal input jack 49. Of course, any number ofother interface devices can also be provided, as necessary or desired tocontrol the functionality of the array.

FIG. 5a illustrates one embodiment of a circuitry block diagram of thecontroller 40 described above. As shown, the internal components caninclude, for example, a signal generator 50, an amplifier 51, one ormore speakers 52, a rectifier 53, one or more solid state relays 54, atimer 56, a control switch relay 57, an hours meter 58, an AC powerinput device 59 b, and a DC power module 59 a. Each of these componentsand the user interfaces described above can be communicatively linkedvia one or more internal cables 55, bus or other suitable device. Theabove described diagram is exemplary in nature, as any number ofdifferent and/or additional components necessary for operation of thedevice are also contemplated.

Although described above as including specific features, those of skillin the art will recognize that any means for controlling the operationof the array can be provided herein. To this end, the controller 40 canbe manufactured in accordance with any number of known constructionmethodologies, and one or more of the internal components, althoughlisted as separate elements, can be formed together to form a printedcircuit board or other such component, for example, in accordance withknown manufacturing processes.

The main body 41 can act to securely position each of the elements 42-59in secure manner so as to form a single unit which can be operated by auser. The body itself can take any number of distinct shapes and sizes,and can be constructed from any number of known materials such asplastic or metal, for example. Of course, other known materials andmanufacturing processes are also contemplated.

The key switch 42 can function to provide security against operation ofthe device by unauthorized persons. To this end, the key switch caninterface with a physical key and an internal relay 57 to switch thedevice between a plurality of operating states. For example, the key canswitch the device between: on with internal modulation selected, deviceoff, and device on with external modulation source selected. Althoughillustrated herein as using a physical key, other access control devicescan also be utilized herein. Several non-limiting examples including:key fob, access code (via an integrated keypad), biometric sensors andthe like.

The stop button 43 can function to immediately cease power distributionto the array 30 when engaged. The speaker volume selector 44 cancomprise a switch or knob, for example, which acts to control the outputof the one or more speakers 52. The exposure time selector 45 cancomprise a switch or knob, for example, which can allow a user tospecify how long power will be sent to the array during a particulartreatment. The array indicator 46 can include a light or other suchnotification instrument suitable for notifying a user when power isbeing sent to the array.

The modulation signal strength indicator 47 can act to indicate thepresence of an external modulation signal, and to display a visualrepresentation of the signal to a user. The visual representation alsoindicating the delivery of power to the array 30. The start button 48functions to initiate the device timer 56 and allows power to be sent tothe array 30.

One or more input jacks 49 can be provided to allow the controller 40 tointerface with an external device such as a computer/tablet device,radio, television, CD player, DVD player, or MP3 player, for example.These external devices can generate and transmit an audio or sub audioinput signal i.e., reference waveform such as music or words, forexample, to the controller 40. In one preferred embodiment, the inputjack 49 can include a standard ⅛ inch modulation input jack (e.g.,mini-phone plug) and/or other forms of input devices such as a USB port,for example.

The input jack 49 can be connected to the internal signal generator 50such as an audio oscillator, for example, which can act to eithergenerate or pass through the received reference waveform.

In operation, the controller 40 can be connected to a conventional 120VAC input source, which can supply power to the internal DC module 49 forpowering the controller interfaces. The received AC power can also bemodulated and subsequently transferred to the array 30 which can utilizethe same to generate an optical output. The controller 40 and/or array30 can also include any number of fuses to protect the recipient,operator and device in the event of an electrical problem or excessivecurrent flow through the device components. The flow of electricity (120VAC) to the array 30 can be controlled by the timer circuit 56, whichcan interface with the start button 48, stop button 43, the exposuretime selector 45 and the array indicator 46.

Together with array positioning relative to the client's body, thecontroller 40 can vary the fluency of the photonic energy delivered tothe skin and underlying tissue. The start button 48 begins the timercircuit 56, which allows power to be sent to the array 30 for conversioninto light via the plurality of optical emitters 32. When the array isilluminated, the hours meter 58 advances to record the total operationtime of the device.

The controller 40 can execute a method to control the fluency bymodulation of the current transmitted to the optical emitters 32 of thearray 30. In one embodiment, the current to the array 30 can vary basedon the frequency of the reference waveform (i.e., audio input signal)that is internally generated 50 or that is generated by an externaldevice and connected to the input jack 49.

The reference waveform 61 (see FIG. 6a ) can be supplied to theamplifier 51 before being sent to the rectifier 53. The rectifier canfunction to produce an output voltage representing only the positiveportion of the reference waveform. This output voltage 62 (See FIG. 6b )can function to activate the Solid-State Relay (SSR) 54, and thenegative portion is shunted to ground. As such, when the SSR is active,120V AC power can be passed to the array 30 for conversion into lightvia the plurality of optical emitters 32. Alternatively, when the outputvoltage 62 is not present, or drops below a predetermined threshold, theSSR can prevent the 120V AC power from passing to the array 30 until thenext positive cycle of the reference signal 61. As such, modulation ofthe array output is accomplished by varying the current and pulse widthof the 120V AC voltage supplied to the array 30 from the controller 40.

The VU Meter 47 can be in communication with the signal generator andrectifier in order to provide a visual indicator of the input frequencystrength for purposes of adjustment. The audio amplifier 51 can alsoprovide the input signal to the speaker 52 so as to allow the operatorto simultaneously listen to the input signal. Each of the amplifier andspeaker can be controlled by the volume selector 44 in order to vary thevolume of the monitored input signal.

The content of the audio input signal controls the array fluency withrespect to time, affecting and controlling the photonic energy deliveredto the skin and underlying tissue. A different audio recording (or videorecording with sound) will result in the array having a differentfluency and excitation patterns with respect to time, which furtherresults in varying photochemical and biochemical responses and outcomesat a cellular level. By providing a means for communicating with anexternal device, the controller 40 can allow an operator maximumflexibility for generating a virtually unlimited number of arrayfluencies through modulation of various audio input signals.

Although described above as including the ability to produce a modulatedsignal, other embodiments are also contemplated. To this end, the device20 can be operated without modulation, wherein the controller 40 canprovide a constant and steady power source to the array 30 for aspecific period of time.

Although described above with respect to particular components, those ofskill in the art will recognize that the inventive concepts disclosedherein can be accomplished by substituting certain components for otherfunctionally equivalent components, or by reducing the number ofcomponents into a more simplified controller. To this end, FIGS. 4b, and5b , illustrate another embodiment of a controller for operating thearray 30.

As shown, controller 40′ can also include a main body 41′, having one ormore user controls and/or interface devices secured thereon. Thesedevices can also include a key switch 42, an array indicator 46, amodulation signal strength indicator 47, and a signal input jack 49. Ofcourse any number of other interface devices can also be provided. Asshown by the exemplary circuitry block diagram, the controller 40′ caninclude, for example, an amplifier 51, a rectifier 53, one or more solidstate relays 54, an hour meter 58, an AC power input 59 b and a DC powermodule 59 a.

In the present embodiment, the key switch 42 functions to replace thestart button and the stop button. In this regard, when the key switch isin the on position, the controller 40′ provides power to the array 30based on a reference waveform received by the input jack 49, asdescribed above. Conversely, when the key is in the off position, nopower is sent to the array, and the DC power to the controllercomponents is disabled. Such a feature can allow the size of thecontroller to be small in nature, typically between about 14 and 20inches, so as to enable the device to be easily transported.

FIG. 7 illustrates one embodiment of the cellulite and fat reducingdevice utilizing an array of optical emitters 30 to treat a recipient.As shown, the recipient 5 can be positioned on a table 6 or othersuitable platform, and the array 30 can be positioned above the targetarea 1 (in this example, the buttocks) of the recipient via the stand25.

The array can be positioned at any desirable distance from the targetarea of the recipient and an operator (not shown) can utilize thecontroller 40 to activate the array. Once activated, the opticalemitters of the array can produce the optical output 35 described aboveat the target wavelength, for any desirable period of time such asbetween 1 and 30 minutes, for example, although the preferable exposuretime will be approximately 20 minutes.

Although described above with reference to a single controller and asingle array, other embodiments are also contemplated. FIG. 8illustrates another embodiment of the device 20 wherein a plurality ofcurved arrays 30 and 30′ can operate in unison to treat symmetricaltarget areas 1 and 1 a of a recipient 5 simultaneously. In this regard,the illustrated example shows treatment for the thighs of the recipient,but can easily be adjusted to treat the hips and the upper arms, forexample.

As described herein array 30′ can be constructed in an essentiallyidentical manner as array 30 described above, and each of the arrays canbe tethered 27 to a single controller 40. In this regard, a singledevice 20 can function to treat multiple areas of a recipient at onetime.

FIG. 9 illustrates yet another embodiment of the device 20, wherein thecontroller 40 and array 30 are integrated into a singular structure. Inthe present embodiment, the controller main body 41 and the array mainbody 41 are joined to create a unified main body 90 that houses thecontroller and array components as heretofore described. As shown, thedevice 20 can be connected to an external device 10 (in this instance atablet pc) via an audio cable 11 in order to receive the audio signal.

By providing a more simplified array and controller, as described above,the device can operate in a self-service capacity. To this end, the userinterfaces of the controller can be accessible to a recipient at alltimes during treatment. Such a feature can allow the recipient/end userto control the physical operation of the device at all times, therebyensuring compliance with any jurisdictional laws or regulationsregarding the operation of such equipment by anyone other than the enduser/recipient. In this regard, the device will preferably be equippedwith only the on/off switch, however any number of other user interfacescan also be provided,

As described herein, one or more elements of the controllers 40 and 40′and the arrays 30 and 30′ can each be constructed utilizing any numberof known means of attachment such as, for example, screws, glue,compression fittings and welds, among others. Moreover, although variouscomponents may be described herein as including separate individualelements, other embodiments are contemplated wherein multiple individualcomponents are formed together as one continuous element, either throughmanufacturing processes, such as welding, casting, or molding, orthrough the use of a singular piece of material milled or machined withthe aforementioned components forming identifiable sections thereof.

As to a further description of the manner and use of the presentinvention, the same should be apparent from the above description.Accordingly, no further discussion relating to the manner of usage andoperation will be provided.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particularembodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. Asused herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended toinclude the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicatesotherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises”and/or “comprising,” when used in this specification, specify thepresence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements,and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of oneor more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements,components, and/or groups thereof.

The corresponding structures, materials, acts, and equivalents of allmeans or step plus function elements in the claims below are intended toinclude any structure, material, or act for performing the function incombination with other claimed elements as specifically claimed. Thedescription of the present invention has been presented for purposes ofillustration and description, but is not intended to be exhaustive orlimited to the invention in the form disclosed. Many modifications andvariations will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the artwithout departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Theembodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain theprinciples of the invention and the practical application, and to enableothers of ordinary skill in the art to understand the invention forvarious embodiments with various modifications as are suited to theparticular use contemplated.

What is claimed is:
 1. A device for reducing the appearance of celluliteand fat on a recipients body, said device comprising: an output arraythat includes a main body having a front surface, a back surface and aninterior space; a plurality of optical emitters that are positionedalong the main body; and a controller that is in communication with theplurality of optical emitters, said array including functionality forproducing an optical output at a target wavelength, said optical outputcomprising green light at approximately 529.6 nm, and at approximately48,860 Lux, wherein the output is measurable at the front surface of thearray.
 2. The device of claim 1, wherein each of the plurality ofoptical emitters comprise, at least one of, a light emitting capacitor,a light emitting diode, and a super-luminous light emitting diode. 3.The device of claim 1, wherein the controller of the array includesfunctionality for outputting optical emissions totaling 8.8 Joules ofenergy to a target area of a recipient to reduce an appearance ofvisible cellulite and to expel a lipid content of the subcutaneousadipocytes.
 4. The device of claim 3, wherein said optical emissionscomprise green light at approximately 383 Lux at the wavelength ofapproximately 529.6 nm for a time of between 15 and 25 minutes.
 5. Thedevice of claim 1, wherein the plurality of optical emitters include 1502-Watt LEDs having an output spectrum of approximately 529.6 nm.
 6. Thedevice of claim 1, wherein the controller further includes a key switchaccess control device, an input jack for receiving a reference waveformfrom an external device, a power input module, a rectifier and a solidstate relay, said rectifier and relay functioning to provide a modulatedpower output to the array based on the received reference waveform. 7.The device of claim 6, wherein the rectifier and relay function toprovide the power output to the array only during a positive portion ofthe received reference waveform.
 8. The device of claim 1, wherein thecontroller further includes a key switch access control, an internalsignal generator for creating a reference waveform, a power inputmodule, a rectifier and a solid state relay, said rectifier and relayfunctioning to provide a modulated power output to the array based onthe created reference waveform.
 9. The device of claim 8, wherein therectifier and relay function to provide the power output to the arrayonly during a positive portion of the created reference waveform. 10.The device of claim 1, wherein the controller is integrated into themain body of the output array.
 11. The device of claim 10, wherein theuser interface devices of the controller are positioned to allow arecipient to operate the device in a self-service capacity.
 12. Thedevice of claim 1, wherein the array includes functionality forpositioning the optical emitters at a distance between 1 and 8 inchesfrom a target area of the recipient, and in an on-position, the arrayproduces green light at approximately 529.6 nm and at about 383 Luxmeasurable at a subcutaneous location of the target area of therecipient.
 13. The device of claim 1, wherein the array target areaincludes a dimension of about 12 inches by 12 inches measurable on therecipient.
 14. The device of claim 1, wherein the array includesfunctionality for positioning the optical emitters against a target areaof the recipient, and in an on-position, the array produces green lightat approximately 529.6 nm and at about 383 Lux measurable at asubcutaneous location of the target area of the recipient.
 15. Thedevice of claim 1, further comprising: a second output array that isalso in communication with the controller, said second array including afirst surface which may be oriented toward a second target area of therecipient to be treated, and producing an optical output of green lightat approximately 529.6 nm, and at approximately 48,860 Lux.
 16. A devicefor reducing the appearance of cellulite and fat on a recipients body,said device comprising: an output array that includes a main body havinga first surface which may be oriented toward and positioned a firstdistance from, a target area of a recipient to be treated, a pluralityof optical emitters disposed within the main body such that an opticalemission from each of the emitters is directed outward from the firstsurface; and a controller that is in communication with the array, saidcontroller including a plurality of user interface devices forinstructing an operation of the array and for transitioning the arraybetween an on-position and an off-position, an input jack for receivinga reference waveform from an external device, a power input module, arectifier, and a solid state relay, said rectifier and relay functioningto provide a modulated power output to the array based on the receivedreference waveform, wherein in the on-position, the array produces anoptical output of green light at approximately 529.6 nm, and atapproximately 48,860 Lux, said total output measurable at the firstsurface of the array.
 17. The device of claim 16, wherein the opticaloutput of the array is produced only during a positive portion of thereceived reference waveform.